Virgin Australia VA730 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA730 from Gold Coast to Melbourne (OOL–MEL): Great news — Flight VA730 has landed safely at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 12:18 PM local time, arriving about 12m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 22m early
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
19
Arrival Gate
11
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
19
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
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VA729
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Melbourne (MEL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Scheduled: 8:25 AM
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4m late
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VA730 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA730 flight flying from Gold Coast to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 17y. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Age
17y
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 41% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 33% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA730
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA730 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from OOL at approximately 9:20 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 12:08 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:17 AM | 12:14 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:30 AM | 12:34 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:17 AM | 12:15 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:20 AM | 12:08 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:22 AM | 12:18 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:05 AM | 12:30 PM | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 9:05 AM | 12:30 PM | Scheduled |
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VA730 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA730 is 77% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Canceled
4
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
4
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va730?
Flight va730 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 12:18 PM (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va730 on time today?
Flight va730 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 12:18 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va730 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va730 is scheduled to depart at 9:05 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 9:22 AM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va730 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va730 is scheduled to arrive at 12:30 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 12:18 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va730?
For flight va730, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 19. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va730?
After arrival, baggage for flight va730 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va730 fly?
Flight va730 is operated by Virgin Australia from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va730?
Track flight va730 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight va730 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va730 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight va730 departed from Gold Coast?
Flight va730 has already left Gold Coast and completed its journey. Departure was 9:22 AM; actual arrival 12:18 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va730?
Flight va730 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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